Getting pre-qualified for a mortgage . . . it can sound a little bit like a reality show contest where you stand in front of an expert with other “lucky” contestants and get judged, right? WRONG! It’s not that way at all! If you are serious about buying a home, then take my advice and get…(Read More)

If it’s on the Internet it must be true, right? Everyone knows this statement is “fool’s folly.” As in real life, you must constantly sort out “facts” from “opinion”, especially when making decisions about buying or selling real estate. For example, Zillow.com is one of the most successful real estate marketing websites…(Read More)

Ever wonder how big your house really is? The square foot (SF) measurements of your house can be very important in determining the market value of your property, the taxes you pay each year, and the amount of insurance coverage you carry. When an appraiser measures the OUTSIDE of your house, improvements such as decks…(Read More)

Why should I hire a REALTOR to sell my house? You may be thinking . . . “A friend of mine sold their house without an agent, and they got top dollar for it, and did not have to pay a sales commission to an agent. I should be able to do the same.” Much of…(Read More)